Like aball batted back and forth, a human being is batted by two forces within.

Every generation revolts against its fathers and makes friends with its grandfathers.

Thereis no such thing as absolute value in this world. You can only estimate whata thing is worth to 'you.'

To ask advice is in nine cases out of ten tout for flattery.

Nevercut what you can untie.

It isthe acid test of nonviolence that in a nonviolent conflict there is no rancorleft behind, and in the end the enemies are converted into friends.

In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

Icannot give you a formula for success, but I can give you the formula forfailure: Try to please everyone.

Even a fish wouldn't get into trouble if it kept its mouth shut.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

Whatlies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to whatlies inside of you.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges